Mastering Manual Mode Photography – 13 September

Start Date

September 13, 2018 10:00 am

End Date

September 13, 2018 3:00 pm

Join Laura for a day of taking full control of your camera.

This one day course is designed for those who want to take full creative control of their cameras. Perhaps you have been shooting in S, A, Tv, or Av modes and are ready to make the leap to M mode. This course is not for total beginners and will assume knowledge of F Stops and Shutter Speeds. It is an ideal follow on from both our one day ‘Get Off Auto Mode’ and our two day 'Photography: Button Pressing and Composition' courses. Brilliant as a refresher or top up or after buying a new camera. If you are unsure as to if your camera or your existing knowledge/experience is suitable or have any questions please do email Laura, the course tutor and she can advise.

The day begins with a presentation on manual photography and in camera light metering with examples and discussion over biscuits and tea/coffee. Practice in the studio with some more complex setups to cement your learning.

We then head out on a photo walk whatever the weather so make sure you dress sensibly. A home made lunch of fresh soup and warm bread is followed by review and discussion of the images from the photo walk. The best shot from each participant will then be printed and framed to take home.

As the course includes nurturing small-group tuition and a nutritious lunch, all you need to bring on the day is your camera. A tripod can be useful for creative shots of the tide but we can not guarantee the tide will be in for any specific course date until nearer the date.

If your preferred dates are not available and you can round up two friends please send us an email and we will do our best to accommodate you on a bespoke course. To buy a gift voucher for a photography course click here.

Tea/Coffee

The Early Bird catches the worm, and if you arrive before the course starts at 10am you are welcome to join us for tea / coffee and home made biscuits, still warm from the oven. There is no additional charge for our ticket holders.

09.30-10.00Shore Cottage Studio

Morning Talk

Learn about in camera light metering and manual adjustment of shutters and apertutres.

On Location

Review Time

A final image review over tea and biscuits. Choose your favourite image to be printed and taken home in a frame.

14.30-15.00Shore Cottage Studio

Images From The Course

Click Any Thumbnail To Bring Up A Scrollable Gallery Of Larger Images

A Studio Based Challenge for Our Advanced Photographers

A Studio Challenge Moving Objects

Alex changing her perspective

Using Manual Controls to Perfectly Expose a Challenging Shot

Quick Click to Capture the Splash

Misty Water – a Long Click

Controlling Depth of Field

Fast Dog!

Celia and Kathy Photographing at Wirral Country Park on the Photo Walk

If you are using a gift voucher to pay either in full or in part, just add your code(s) to the Coupon Code section of your basket, then click the Proceed to Checkout button.

At the Checkout page, after adding your details, you can choose to pay either the full amount or a non-refundable deposit (20% of your basket total). If you choose this option, you will receive a reminder email for the remaining amount after 90 days, or 2 weeks before your course date (whichever is sooner). If you wish to pay the remainder before these times, please email us at studio@ShoreCottageStudio.com and we will send you a payment link.

Final payment must be made no later than 1 week before your course date. If payment is not made, we will retain your deposit amount and return your ticket to our site.

Who Is This Course For?

I've already been on one of your technical courses so am confident about Shutters and Apertures using T, A, or TV, AV modes.

I've not been on one of your technical courses before but I am confident that I understand when and how to use TV, AV, or T, A modes.

I want an advanced course that builds on my knowledge and takes it further.

I want a relaxed setting and friendly teaching, I need a supportive environment.

Who Is This Course Not For?

I'm more of a beginner or lack confidence in using Shutter and Aperture control modes.

I've used TV, AV or T, A modes before but I'm not sure when to use each of them or what happens when I do.

I want to start right at the beginning with photography, or I wouldn't mind a recap from the beginning as it has been a while since I last looked at it.

I would prefer a formal classroom style with exams and to work toward a certificate or qualification.

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"adventure. Laura was a great teacher who explained things in an easy to understand way and the course was very visual and practical which really suited my style of learning! I would definitely recommend this for anyone who wants to learn or improve their skills."

Caroline

One Day Mastering Manual Photography

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"Another great day at Shore Cottage with excellent tuition from Laura . Very inspiring !! Wonderful homemade food too."

Helen

One Day Mastering Manual Photography

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"Really excellent course. Laura is a superb teacher, explains complex stuff very clearly. I learnt a huge amount. Great hospitality, and an amazing location. Could not recommend it highly enough."